2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 203 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 845 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
