2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. 1989 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Kalos | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
