1990 Nissan Santana vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1480 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Santana | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santana | G |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4763 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |