1955 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 885 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |