2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | Terracan | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
