1994 Nissan Crew vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1994 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Crew. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Crew. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Crew | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Crew | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3099 mm |
