2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1993 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 1993 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 1993 Toyota Century | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |