1994 Acura Integra vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura Integra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Santana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
