1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 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), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 515 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Santana | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Santana | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2911 mm |
