2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
