1997 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 734 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
