1984 Nissan Santana vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Nissan Santana (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Santana | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Santana | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
