1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Vanette | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Vanette | Avensis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2710 mm |