2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Enclave | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |