1990 Nissan Santana vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 414 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Santana | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Santana | Tribute |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |