1986 Nissan Santana vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Santana | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Santana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
