2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 722 kg more than 1986 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 50 L |
