1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (114 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (152 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
