2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |