1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (243 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2005 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
