2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
