2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Toyota Century.
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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 1978 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu KB | 1978 Toyota Century | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | KB | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3376 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2870 mm |