2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 80 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 766 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
