2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
