1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 152 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
