1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 1987 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Vanette | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2860 mm |
