1980 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante

To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra.

Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Electra 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
Make Buick Toyota
Model Electra Bandeirante
Year Released 1980 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 3661 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2290 mm


 

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