2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry 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 72 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 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 1981 Nissan Cherry. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
