2011 Infiniti M vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 24 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 757 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.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Santana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2560 mm |
