2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Endeavor | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
