1980 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Satellite, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1998 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Satellite |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |