2008 Nissan Navara vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 332 kg more than 1971 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Navara | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Navara | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
