2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 878 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 626. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
