1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 240 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Volvo 240.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volvo 240. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | 240 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
