1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 360 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.
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 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Marcia | Santana |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |