1988 Toyota Century vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Century | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3250 mm |
