1978 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 2 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Crown | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
