1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 687 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Falcon | Terracan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |