2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Century. (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Century. 1985 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 1985 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pickup | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
