2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1996 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
