1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 713 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 99 L |
