1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore 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 4,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1989 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. 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 Holden Commodore (522 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Commodore | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | Santana |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 4980 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 143 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |