2000 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph TR6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Triumph TR6. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Bandeirante | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
