2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 11 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 114 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2080 mm |
