1970 Buick GS vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
