1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1994 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Nissan Crew.
Because 1994 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Satellite, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan Crew (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1994 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Satellite | Crew |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
