1993 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bandeirante | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
