1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 527 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 3.5 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
