1994 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Bandeirante | Altima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2776 mm |
