2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 967 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 924. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
