1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Santana | Baja |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
