1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
