2012 Mazda 6 vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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 (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 440 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 6 | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2560 mm |
