1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 99 L |
