1992 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 960 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
