1987 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |