1995 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 856 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Aurora | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
