1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3270 mm |
