1986 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 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 (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 857 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 9000 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Saab | Hyundai |
| Model | 9000 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
