1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 19 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, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 472 kg more than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC. 2010 Scion tC 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. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Bandeirante | tC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
