1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2651 mm |
