2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 14 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2080 mm |
