1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Sedan | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Sedan | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4340 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3100 mm |