1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Vanette | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2700 mm |
