2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 122 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
