1975 Toyota Century vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra, 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Century | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Century | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
