1990 Nissan Santana vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 702 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Santana | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Santana | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
