2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2080 mm |
