1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1971 Chrysler 160. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3099 mm |
