2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 803 kg more than 1978 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Century. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2870 mm |