1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 695 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
