2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2080 mm |
