1992 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1404 mm |
