1978 Volvo 343 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 343 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 343 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
