1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Bandeirante | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |