1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini Countach 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 1982 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana, 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 1990 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Countach | Santana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
