1986 Nissan Santana vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Santana | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Santana | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |