2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Vanette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2080 mm |