1985 Toyota Century vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Century. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Century | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
