1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 224 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Santana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1779 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
