1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman. 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 (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3099 mm |
