1970 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Century | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | Tundra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2980 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3710 mm |