1986 Toyota Century vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE.
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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Century | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Century | UTE |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |
