2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 55 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 972 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
