2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 157 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2240 mm |
