1965 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 911 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sport 800 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 581 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
