1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 466 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Step Wagon | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
