1994 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 19 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, 1994 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Century weights approximately 676 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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, 1994 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Century | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Versa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
