2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3398 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2410 mm |
