1975 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Century | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | Avalon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |