1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 156 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
