2012 Nissan Frontier vs. 1984 Nissan Santana

To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 774 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana. 1984 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Nissan Frontier 1984 Nissan Santana
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Frontier Santana
Year Released 2012 1984
Engine Size 3954 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1919 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2560 mm


 

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