1995 Subaru SVX vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Subaru SVX | 1988 Toyota Century | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | SVX | Century |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |