1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Vanette | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vanette | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2530 mm |
