2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
