1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 396 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Santana | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |