1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 17 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 1988 Renault 19. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 1988 Renault 19 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 19 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Bandeirante | 19 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
