1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1851 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda 1000 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |