2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 205 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
