2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |