2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 59 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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Santana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |