2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 18 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Enclave. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
