2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 392 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1988 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 1988 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Coupe | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
