1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 96 L |