2003 Acura TL vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 222 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 1993 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 1993 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 1993 Toyota Century | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 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 | 1578 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |