2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 21 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 1988 Renault 19. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Terracan | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
