2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Relay | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Relay | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |