1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 260. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | 260 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
