2003 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Sequoia | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sequoia | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
