2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen 1302 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 156 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2410 mm |
