2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 1977 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Terraza | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3140 mm |