1984 Toyota Century vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Century weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1984 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Century | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |