1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1990 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2080 mm |
