1992 Toyota Century vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Century | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Century | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
