1998 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton Perdana. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Bandeirante | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3659 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
