1996 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Bandeirante | Antara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |