1971 Mazda 1000 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 1000 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3270 mm |
