1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3270 mm |
