1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 824 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Bandeirante | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
