1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 539 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 2200 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3270 mm |
