2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 735 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
