1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 848 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
