1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Because 1988 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 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
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1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Carisma | Vanette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |