2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry 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 112 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
