2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Phaeton | Santana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 308 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
