1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe.
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, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2080 mm |
