1989 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
