2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 682 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
