1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 665 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1609 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
