2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Marathon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Marathon | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3661 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
