1974 Rover 3.5 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Rover 3.5 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 3.5 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3110 mm |
