1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Vanette | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Vanette | Fit |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2499 mm |