2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 329 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2870 mm |
