1968 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 45 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 650 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Century | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |