1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 20 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, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Honda Element.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element 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. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Bandeirante | Element |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2576 mm |
