2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Toledo, 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Tacoma | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
