2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. 2009 Porsche Cayman 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. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 3661 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
