2008 Saturn Aura vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Aura weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 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 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Aura | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | Aura | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
