2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
