2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 790 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
