1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 299 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
