1994 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Century weights approximately 171 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Century | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Century | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2728 mm |
