1989 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 1989 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 1989 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 1989 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Century | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Century | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2789 mm |
