1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 329 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3270 mm |
