1983 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 30 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Century | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | Eos |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |