2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 238 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 2006 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tucson | Vanette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2080 mm |