1997 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
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, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Satellite | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Satellite | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
