2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (98 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centieme | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
