2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1983 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
