1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Tundra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |