1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
