2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Terraza (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Terraza | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |
