1984 Nissan Santana vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 23 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Santana (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana.
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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Santana | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Santana | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
