1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-01. (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-01 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
