2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1993 Ford Royale
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 1993 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1993 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Royale |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
