2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Century. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Century weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1981 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1805 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 |