1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 810 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
