2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Century (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1967 Toyota Century.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1967 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2870 mm |
