1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Vanette | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2800 mm |
