1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |