2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Rainier (387 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
