1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2030 mm |
