2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1985 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus 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 57 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Ford Taurus. 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 1985 Ford Taurus. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1985 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
