2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1407 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |