2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 664 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
