1974 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 38 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, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Century | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Century | Duster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2673 mm |
