1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Verano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2685 mm |
