1952 MG TD vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 809 kg more than 1952 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG TD | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3250 mm |
