2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 722 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. 1991 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
