1993 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 178 kg more than 1993 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Century | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3200 mm |
