1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Typhoon | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
