2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 492 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
