2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 456 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.
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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
