1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
