1989 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 990 kg more than 1989 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Century | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Silverado |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 4250 mm |