2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Because 1988 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 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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, 1988 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2080 mm |
