2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 94 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 951 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
