2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |