1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 539 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Santana | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
