1952 MG YB vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1989 Nissan Vanette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 374 kg more than 1952 MG YB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | YB | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2080 mm |
