2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva 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 139 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 Ford Festiva. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Terraza | Festiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2300 mm |