1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 596 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Santana | X1 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |