1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |