2011 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 570 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Terracan | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Terracan | Falcon |
Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |