1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 991 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sedan | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3700 mm |
