2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 143 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bantam | Parati |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
