1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 553 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
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 Atos (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Primera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
