1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 545 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Bandeirante | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |