2002 Mitsubishi SUP vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Toyota Century.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP, 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (240 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | SUP | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
