1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 213 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
