2002 Honda That vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda That (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda That should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Honda That.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda That (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | That | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 750 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2080 mm |
