2007 Acura TL vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 23 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
