1976 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 638 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 100. 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
