1978 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1349 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 (427 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
