1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
