1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Corolla | Enclave |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1068 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |