1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |