2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ducato | Vanette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2080 mm |