2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Tercel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |