2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
