2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1966 Toyota Corona

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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona 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 126 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona.

Because 1966 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Buick Rendezvous 1966 Toyota Corona
Make Buick Toyota
Model Rendezvous Corona
Year Released 2007 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 22.5:1
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 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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