1989 Nissan Vanette vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 576 kg more than 1989 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Vanette | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Vanette | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 3190 mm |
