1993 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2010 Toyota RAV4, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Century | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2659 mm |