2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Terracan | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
