1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Vanette | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Vanette | 306 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| 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 | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2590 mm |
