1985 Toyota Century vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 119 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Century | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
