1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B3000 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 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, 1999 Mazda B3000 (198 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B3000 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
