2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 234 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Satellite | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2950 mm |
