2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
