2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 126 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 Lada Samara. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara 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 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Terraza | Samara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
