2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Century. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Century.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan, 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1981 Toyota Century | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Titan | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2870 mm |