1986 Nissan Santana vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 50 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Santana | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Santana | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
