1974 Buick GS vs. 1997 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1997 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Buick GS.
Because 1997 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1997 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
