1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 679 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
