1989 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 452 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | V8 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
