1993 Toyota Century vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Century | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | Golf |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |