2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 37 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana.
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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
