1987 Nissan Santana vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 505 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 1989 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan Santana | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Santana | 505 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |