2004 Buick Century vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Buick Century.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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. 2004 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
