2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,374 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1977 Toyota Century (270 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 1977 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1977 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
