1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
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, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Vanette | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Vanette | Picnic |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2740 mm |