2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny 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 123 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. 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 1984 Nissan Sunny. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Terraza | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |