1989 Nissan Vanette vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1989 Nissan Vanette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
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, 1969 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Vanette | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Vanette | GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2440 mm |
