1973 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Century | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
