1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Vanette (60 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 644 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Vanette | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
