1995 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 328 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1998 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
