1989 Nissan Santana vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 6 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Santana | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
