1974 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 37 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Century | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2858 mm |
