1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 459 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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. 1998 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Bandeirante | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |