1981 Matra-Simca Murena vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Matra-Simca Murena would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1981 Matra-Simca Murena has manual transmission. 1981 Matra-Simca Murena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Matra-Simca Murena | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Murena | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3099 mm |
