1998 Lexus GS vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 10 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2080 mm |
