1998 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 764 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Cobra | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 579 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 | 1026 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3090 mm |
