2000 Saturn SC vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 695 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
