1965 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1509 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 1965 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1965 Toyota Sport 800 has manual transmission. 1965 Toyota Sport 800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Toyota Sport 800 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Sport 800 Tundra
Year Released 1965 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 790 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 48 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 72 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 581 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 100 L


 

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