1990 Nissan Vanette vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 19 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Vanette | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Vanette | Murano |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2830 mm |