1969 Buick GS vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 877 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
