2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
