1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Santana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
