2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |