2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 93 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
