1986 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Century | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Century | Xterra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |