1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. 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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Santana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
