1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1989 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
