1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 9 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 15 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1989 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Levante | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |