1984 Nissan Santana vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Santana (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Nissan Santana (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Santana | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Santana | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
