1990 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 990 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2004 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Bandeirante | Visto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
