1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 18 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Vanette | Echo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2590 mm |
