2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 47 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Jazz | Stellar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |