1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 545 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fairlane | Terracan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |