2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra 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 93 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Supra 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 | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 334 Nm |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
