2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 1990 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2560 mm |
