2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 188 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Terraza | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
