1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1988 Nissan Vanette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 615 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault Siete, 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 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Vanette | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Vanette | Siete |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2540 mm |
