2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 240 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 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 872 kg more than 1982 Volvo 240. 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 1982 Volvo 240. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
