2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 642 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Terracan | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
