2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 121 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2380 mm |