2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 368 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Versa | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
