2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 82 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
