2001 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 294 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | 960 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
