1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. Both 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora and 1989 Toyota Century are equipped with a 3,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 1989 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 1989 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Aurora | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |