1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Nissan Vanette | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vanette | Viano |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 3210 mm |