1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 281 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Santana | Camry |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |