2008 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 1993 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, 1993 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 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 1993 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
