1979 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 31 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 127 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Century. 1979 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Century | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Century | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
