1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 1990 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Santana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |