1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1594 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Chevrolet Vega 2011 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Vega Sequoia
Year Released 1969 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2287 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 81 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 2599 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1956 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3099 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 100 L


 

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