1990 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 297 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Bandeirante | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
