1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 485 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Vanette | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | Vanette | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2880 mm |