2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 417 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Terracan | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |