1984 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 26 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Electra | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
