2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
