2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina 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 129 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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 Holden Barina. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Terraza | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2250 mm |
