1999 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 666 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
