1983 Toyota Century vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 648 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 1983 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX. 1983 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Century | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
