1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
