1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 291 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Bandeirante | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
