2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
