1989 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 22 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, 1989 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Century | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Century | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2911 mm |