1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 167 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |