1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 368 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Santana | Altima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |
