2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 27 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Caldina | Century |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |