1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Vanette | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Vanette | Corolla |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2601 mm |