1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Taurus | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |