1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Tundra |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |