2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
