2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette

To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1020 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bentley Azure 1991 Nissan Vanette
Make Bentley Nissan
Model Azure Vanette
Year Released 2003 1991
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 1952 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 402 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2080 mm


 

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