1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 394 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 968 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
