2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 420 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Jetta | Santana |
Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2560 mm |