1994 Ford Windstar vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Windstar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Ford Windstar.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Windstar | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Windstar | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
