2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
