2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 814 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Satellite | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Satellite | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |