2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 17 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Because 1987 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 1987 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2080 mm |
