2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tacoma | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 67 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |