2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2510 mm |
