2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
