1989 Audi 200 vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
