2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7, 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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
