1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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 430 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Land Cruiser | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3429 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2837 mm |