1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
