1989 Nissan Vanette vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 21 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Vanette | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Vanette | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2901 mm |
