2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 980 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 420. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Terracan | 420 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |