2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 76 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.

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2006 Hyundai Terracan 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Terracan Scirocco
Year Released 2006 1975
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 45 L