2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 563 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra 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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Supra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |