1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, both 1989 Ford RS 200 and 1989 Nissan Santana were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | RS 200 | Santana |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |