2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 45 L |
