1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 59 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Carina | Terracan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |