1982 Toyota Century vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Century | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Century | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
