2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 841 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1993 Toyota Century | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2646 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 959 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |