1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Vanette | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2750 mm |
