1969 Buick GS vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 34 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 2 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Condor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
