1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
