1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 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 21 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. 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 1973 Volkswagen K 70. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
