2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 735 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Rover Vitesse. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Terracan | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
