1995 Acura Integra vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 5 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 100 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Santana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
