1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Bandeirante | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |