2012 Buick Verano vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 612 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Verano | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Verano | Corolla |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2410 mm |