1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 286 kg more than 1988 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Vanette | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Vanette | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2700 mm |
