1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 1991 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 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Voyager | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2080 mm |
