2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |