2009 Acura TSX vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 639 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
