2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 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 65 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4. 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 1984 Morgan 4. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | Terracan | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
