1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1063 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Santana | Touareg |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2893 mm |