1989 Nissan Santana vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 189 kg more than 1971 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Triumph Toledo 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 1971 Triumph Toledo. 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 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Santana | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
