2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
