2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Century 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 1978 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra, 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tundra | 1978 Toyota Century | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2870 mm |