2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |