1981 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 748 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (280 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Electra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
