2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1984 Nissan Santana (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Yaris | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Yaris | Santana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |