2002 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | 411 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3660 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
