2000 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Bandeirante | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
