1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 86 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Bandeirante | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2838 mm |
