2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica 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 98 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
