1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 11 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 757 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 842 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Lotec | Nissan |
Model | C 1000 | Vanette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1940 mm |