2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |