1972 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
