1989 Nissan Vanette vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Nissan Vanette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 134 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Vanette | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Vanette | Model F |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2240 mm |
