2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 471 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Santana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
