1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 937 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Carina | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3270 mm |
