1953 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 985 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Tundra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3270 mm |