1974 Volkswagen SP 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 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 317 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen SP | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | SP | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3099 mm |
