1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Santana | Titan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3560 mm |