1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Avanti | Hyundai |
| Model | Avanti | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
