1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Vanette | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 411 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 3670 mm |
