2010 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1569 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5611 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2192 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1991 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3378 mm | 2560 mm |
