1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1992 Nissan Vanette and 1992 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Because 1992 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 1992 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405, 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Vanette | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Vanette | 405 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2710 mm |