1977 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 924 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | LTD | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3100 mm |