1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Satellite | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
