1990 Nissan Santana vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Santana | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Santana | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
