1975 Ford Torino vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 727 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
