1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | Blenheim | Caldina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |