1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 19 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 596 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1987 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Vanette | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2340 mm |
