1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Vanette | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Vanette | Colorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2830 mm |