2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 92 kg more than 1982 Toyota Century.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Century. 1982 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 SsangYong Rexton | 1982 Toyota Century | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |