1986 Nissan Santana vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 25 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 4 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Santana | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Santana | iQ |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2000 mm |
