2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 119 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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 1986 Ford Capri. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Terracan | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
