2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1987 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 198 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lincoln Town Car 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 1987 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1987 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 1987 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Terraza | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2990 mm |