2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt 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 84 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt. 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 1994 Plymouth Colt. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Terraza | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
