2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 955 kg more than 1991 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2080 mm |
