1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Buick Reatta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 588 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Reatta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |