2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10.
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 Hyundai i10, 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | i10 | Stellar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
