1988 Toyota Century vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Visto, 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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Century | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Century | Visto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
