2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1979 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. Both 2004 Toyota Tacoma and 1979 Toyota Century are equipped with a 3,376 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Century. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 1979 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |
