1993 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. 2010 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
