2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Polo 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
