2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 486 kg more than 1983 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Toyota Century | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Range Rover | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2286 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |