2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Talbot 1510. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Terraza | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
