2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Enclave | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |