2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1992 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 1992 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ducato | Vanette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2080 mm |