2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 15 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 1990 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Voyager | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
