1992 Nissan Presea vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Presea | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Presea | Santana |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |