1971 Rover P6 vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 Rover P6.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover P6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P6 | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P6 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
