2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Santana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2560 mm |
