1970 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 266 kg more than 2010 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Century | 2010 Honda Stream | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Century | Stream |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2980 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |