2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 443 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Terraza | Allante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
