2007 Acura TSX vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 17 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Because 1990 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 2007 Acura TSX 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. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura TSX | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TSX | Vanette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2080 mm |