2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 187 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Santana |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |