2000 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Because 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Santana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
