1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 638 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
