1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
