1980 Toyota Century vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 22 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Century | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Pod |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
