2008 Lexus GS vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
