1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3099 mm |