2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Santana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
