1989 Nissan Santana vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 216 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Santana | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
