2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 447 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Tacoma | 1500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |