1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 9 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 870 kg more than 1992 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Vanette | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Vanette | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 3070 mm |
