2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 237 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
