1998 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Coupe and 1998 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Coupe | 1998 Saturn SC | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Coupe | SC |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |