1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santana | GTI |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
