1990 Nissan Vanette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 17 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Vanette | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vanette | Touran |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2680 mm |
