1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria 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 164 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 638 kg more than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 441 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |