2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 900 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
