2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Tundra | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
