1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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:
1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Tundra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3710 mm |