1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina 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 15 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 795 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Hyundai Satellite 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 1999 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Satellite | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
