2003 Mazda Kusabi vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2003 Mazda Kusabi is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi.
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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Kusabi | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Kusabi | Santana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
