2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2080 mm |
