1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 955 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |