2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 75 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
