2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tundra | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Toyota | Avanti |
Model | Tundra | Avanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2780 mm |