1979 Toyota Century vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 476 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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, 1979 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Century | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | Prius |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |