1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Vanette (60 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 720 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 1987 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Vanette | 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2280 mm |
