2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 738 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
