2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 133 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 910 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tundra | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2380 mm |