2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 406 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
