1976 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |