2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1979 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 198 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 1979 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. 1979 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu KB | 1979 Toyota Century | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | KB | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3376 cc |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2870 mm |