1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Tundra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |