2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1992 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2080 mm |
