1980 Toyota Century vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 995 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Century | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Century | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
