1993 Toyota Century vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Century | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Century | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2512 mm |
