1988 Pontiac Banshee vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 3 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Banshee has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Banshee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Banshee | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Banshee | Tundra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4042 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3710 mm |