2009 Honda Stream vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 29 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 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 1980 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 1980 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |