1990 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Electra | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3080 mm |
