1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1222 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Vanette | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Vanette | Armada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 3130 mm |
