2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 156 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
