2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida 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 38 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 214 kg more than 1981 Toyota Cressida. 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 1981 Toyota Cressida. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
