2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
