1996 Toyota Century vs. 1996 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, both 1996 Toyota Century and 1996 ZAZ Slavuta were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 ZAZ Slavuta, 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. 1996 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1996 ZAZ Slavuta has manual transmission. 1996 ZAZ Slavuta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Century | 1996 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Toyota | ZAZ |
| Model | Century | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2330 mm |
