2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |