1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-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 72 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Bandeirante | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |