2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
