1946 Buick 40 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Buick 40 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
