1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 18 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4436 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Santana | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3580 mm |
