2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Hyundai | TVR |
| Model | Terracan | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
