2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1987 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |