1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon 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 83 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 940 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. 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 1970 Ford Falcon. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |