1974 Buick GS vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
