1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nomad | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
