1986 Nissan Santana vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 4 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 418 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Santana | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Santana | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
