1989 Nissan Vanette vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, both 1989 Nissan Vanette and 1989 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 359 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21, 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 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Vanette | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Vanette | 21 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2820 mm |