1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 2003 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda 1000 | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |