1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1985 Nissan Santana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Santana weights approximately 194 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204. 1985 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1969 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1969 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 204 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 204 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
