1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Bandeirante | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3967 mm |
