1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 558 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | RS 200 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
