1970 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
