2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Camry | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |