1981 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Carina | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
