1989 Nissan Santana vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 10 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 29 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC.
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, 1999 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Santana | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
