2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
