2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 128 kg more than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
