1972 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
