1979 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Century | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Century | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |