2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 967 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2390 mm |
