2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 731 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover 3500. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Terracan | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
