2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
