1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 99 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.

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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Toyota Bandeirante 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Toyota Dodge
Model Bandeirante Ram
Year Released 1991 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3661 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 552 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3560 mm


 

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