2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Saab MC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Terracan | MC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
