1984 Nissan Santana vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 24 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 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 94 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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Santana | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Santana | Note |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |