2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2700 mm |
