Too Afraid to Ask: Horsepower and Torque – Toyota USA Newsroom

Over the years, the terms “horsepower” and “torque” have made their way into the best car commercials. And why not? Both are critical to the drivability of your vehicle.

But, we gotta be honest, we didn’t know the difference between the two.

So, Jess Buck from Toyota Motor North America Research & Development set us straight in the video below with the help of a glorious horse named Clyde.

Originally published September 30, 2025

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