1990 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
