2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
