2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 646 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 930. 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 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 | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
