1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana.
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 Peugeot 306 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana. 1987 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 306 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
