2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
