2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 552 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Terraza | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |