1994 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 17 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Bandeirante | 159 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |