2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana.
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 Honda CR-V (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
