2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2664 mm |
