1990 Nissan Vanette vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Because 1990 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206, 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, 1999 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Vanette | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Vanette | 206 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2450 mm |
