1994 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 18 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 971 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.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Bandeirante | Savana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3429 mm |
