2005 Kia Opirus vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus, 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, 2005 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 1978 Toyota Century | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Opirus | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |