2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2080 mm |
