1968 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 671 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Century | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |