1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 16 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
