2006 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Sequoia | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
