2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 895 kg more than 1991 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Econoline | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2080 mm |
