1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Jeep | Terracan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |