1994 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Century weights approximately 502 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1994 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 1994 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Century | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Century | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |
