2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Terraza | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
