1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 711 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Santana | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
