1990 Nissan Santana vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 23 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Santana | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Santana | TL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2775 mm |
