2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Century (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 46 kg more than 1981 Toyota Century.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1981 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 1981 Toyota Century | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
