1998 Mazda Midge vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 468 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Midge, 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, 1989 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Midge | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Midge | Vanette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |