1998 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 646 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
