1978 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century 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 115 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 474 kg more than 1978 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Century. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Century | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |
