1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1973 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 (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |