2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sequoia | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
