1972 Toyota Century vs. 2004 Acura RSX
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 584 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX, 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Century | 2004 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Century | RSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
