1977 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Statesman (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Statesman. 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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
