1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 578 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (427 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
