1974 Toyota Century vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1974 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Century | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Century | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
