2006 Nissan Note vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2006 Nissan Note is newer by 19 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, 2006 Nissan Note (108 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note.
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, 2006 Nissan Note, 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, 2006 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Note | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Note | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2080 mm |
