1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 754 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
