2005 Kia Opirus vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 690 kg more than 1987 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 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Opirus | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
