1989 Audi Coupe vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 990 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1989 Audi Coupe 2007 Hyundai Terracan
Make Audi Hyundai
Model Coupe Terracan
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 134 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L