2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana

To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 20 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.

Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.

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