2008 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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, 2008 Audi A4 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
