1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Santana | Armada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |
