1996 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 540 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Supra. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. 2012 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Supra | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Supra | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
