1977 AMC Matador vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 925 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
