1970 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Variant | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
