1988 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 24 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) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 585 kg more than 1988 Toyota Century.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. 1988 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Century | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Optra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
