1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Sunbeam-Lotus | Tundra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 427 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |