2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 131 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 865 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tundra | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
