2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 592 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1996 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | TS-50 | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
