2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. 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 1987 Buick Electra. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1987 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Terraza | Electra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |
