1985 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (236 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |