1986 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 895 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
