1994 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Vitara | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Vitara | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
