2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 193 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Kyron | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Kyron | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1897 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
