1989 Nissan Santana vs. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 386 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.
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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Santana | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
