2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 139 kg more than 1989 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1989 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
