2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1991 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Buick LeSabre. 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 1991 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1991 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Terraza | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
