2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator.
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, 1983 Opel Senator (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Satellite | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Satellite | Senator |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2690 mm |