1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3010 mm |
