2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 207 kg more than 1976 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1976 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Terraza | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
