1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 302 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chevrolet Camaro 2004 Toyota Tundra
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Tundra
Year Released 1976 2004
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 3375 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 298 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1887 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3270 mm


 

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