2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Santana weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 1985 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Yaris | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
