1997 Toyota Carina vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 630 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Carina | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Carina | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |