1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 170 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 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Santana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
